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My favorite breakfast on any given day is a bowl of warm oatmeal loaded with all the yummy toppings – nuts, seeds, nut butter, berries etc. If for any reason I am unable to eat oatmeal for breakfast, I turn to my next favorite – frittata. I am not a huge fan of fried eggs […]

While it may be super easy to buy a snack or breakfast pastry from a cafe/ grocery store, it is far more easy and satisfying to make healthy treats at home. This cake adapted from Paleo Running Momma comes together in a bowl and requires a handful of delicious/healthy ingredients. It is Paleo, gluten and […]

And we’re back after what appears to be the longest break in the history of this blog. While this break wasn’t planned, it gave me an opportunity to experiment with a variety of new/ healthy dishes. I cannot wait to share all my delicious kitchen experiments with you. The first time I made this Tuna […]

Whenever I don’t feel like eating salad, I make Shakshuka for a warm and filling meal. Its very easy to make and not to forget, very nutritious. It tastes so indulgent, yet so humble loaded with all the veggies. There are plenty of ways to deck up your shakshuka, this is a slightly different version […]

If you love Salmon, these burgers will be your new BFF. While I do love seasoned salmon fillet (pan grilled or baked), I am always trying different ideas to add variety and not make the food look/ feel boring. These burgers are loaded with nutrition and flavor, and are so filling. Add them to your […]

Lassi, the most popular yoghurt based drinks from India is extremely refreshing and satisfying on hot summer days. While the traditional lassi recipe has plenty of sugar, this strawberry lassi is equally (if not more) refreshing and is refined sugar free. It is plant based, naturally sweetened with fruits, loaded with healthy fats, antioxidants and […]

Happy Spring, you guys! Now that the weather is finally warm, flip flops are out and BBQ plans are being made, it is a perfect time to introduce you guys to this Raw Chocolate Tartufo! It is every bit decadent and rich like any dark chocolate ice cream minus the sugar and other processed ingredients. […]

I have been making these chocolate fat bombs once a week (sometimes twice a week) for snacking during the day or whenever I feel the need for some extra fuel to get through the day. They make for an excellent pre/post workout snack and require minimal effort/time to make. There are many ways to make […]

I am always looking for ways to add variety to our meals. Like me, if you are not a fan of Tuna salad or if you are bored of eating it regularly, you will definitely love these kabobs. No fuss, delicious and incredibly nutritious, these Tuna kabobs are perfect for a quick weekday meal or […]

If you love chocolates and are always wary of nutrient contents in store bought chocolate products, these brownie bites/balls are here for you. I personally love the taste of real chocolate that is not made with plenty of added sugars and is not cloying. These brownie bites are mildly sweetened with medjool dates (low GI) […]

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Sautéed Calamari with Parsley and Garlic Today, I'd like to share with you all the recipe for sauteed calamari with garlic and parsley. To say that this recipe is totally surprising is an understatement. I am all about quick and easy cooking and this is exactly what you need for a quick and fancy dinner. This dish takes less than five minutes to cook, including the preparation. Serve the Calamari with some crusty bread/ sliced baguette…

Socca Recently, I was introduced to Socca (a kind of Italian pancake/ flat bread) by my friend - Sachin. Socca is delicious and ridiculously easy to make with a handful of common ingredients. The recipe comes from Sachin, the head chef, I enjoyed being the Sous Chef for a change :). Socca is high in protein, low in carbs, is gluten free and vegan - in short, it is a perfect allergy free flat bread. Socca…

Warm Apple Cider – For… When you feel that first crisp breeze, you know that summer is gone and fall is on the horizon. There are plenty of events such as Labor Day, the arrival of pumpkin spice lattes at Starbucks, the changing color of leaves and that first overwhelming urge to wear a sweater and scarf, that officially mark the arrival of fall. Even though summer is my favorite season, fall has its own…

Bikini Burgers Lately, I have been on a veggie burger experimentation spree - burger that will not require you to take hours of nap after eating and is easy (easy equals to less than 30 minutes preparation and cooking time, and not involving any fancy ingredients) to cook on week nights. In my quest to find the perfect veggie burger, I came up with quite a few recipes that perfectly hit the nail…

Egg Curry Growing up, curry with parantha/ chapati for dinner was normally a daily affair. I always took the food for granted until I started grad school and was on my own for meals. The fact that my mom raised the bar super high, by cooking delicious curries from scratch, it was a challenge to eat anything that wasn't close to mom cooked food. In the beginning, I tried to survive on frozen…